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Definitions from WordNet

Noun hostess has 3 senses
  1. hostess - a woman host
    --1 is a kind of
    host
  2. hostess - a woman innkeeper
    --2 is a kind of
    host, innkeeper, boniface
  3. stewardess, air hostess, hostess - a woman steward on an airplane
    --3 is a kind of steward, flight attendant

Definitions from the Web

Term: Hostess

Part of speech: Noun

Sense 1: A female host or entertainer at a social gathering or event.

Example sentence: The hostess warmly welcomed the guests as they arrived at the party.

Sense 2: A woman who receives or entertains guests in her own home or establishment.

Example sentence: The hostess graciously seated the customers and took their orders at the restaurant.


Part of speech: Verb

Sense 1: To act as a host or entertainer at a social gathering or event.

Example sentence: She loves to hostess parties and make sure everyone is having a great time.

Sense 2: To receive or entertain guests in one's own home or establishment.

Example sentence: The restaurant has hired additional staff to hostess during the busy holiday season.


Part of speech: Adjective

Sense 1: Popular or widely preferred by the majority of people.

Example sentence: The hostess cupcake is a classic and beloved treat among many dessert enthusiasts.

Sense 2: Pertaining to or characteristic of a specific locality or region.

Example sentence: The restaurant offers a hostess style dish that showcases the unique flavors of the local cuisine.


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